2009 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
